Biloxi
Country: United States
Region: North America
Period: 1711-1722
Location: 30.411944°N, -88.927778°E
Description
Biloxi is a coastal city located on the Gulf of Mexico in Mississippi. It was the capital of French Louisiana from 1711 to 1722, serving as a key point for French colonial settlement and trade. The city was known for its strategic location, its role in the development of French Louisiana, and its French military and administrative presence.
Modern Remains
Visitors can explore Biloxi Lighthouse, one of the oldest in the U.S., built during the early 19th century, and the Biloxi Bay Bridge that spans the Gulf Coast. The Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art showcases local history and culture. For a glimpse of French colonial history, the Old Biloxi Cemetery is a noteworthy site, with graves dating back to the 18th century, reflecting its early French settlers.